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3 James Lane
Balmain East NSW 2041

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Car spaces: -
Floor area: 113m2
Land area: 430m2
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Property Details for 3 James Lane, Balmain East

3 James Lane, Balmain East is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom House and was built in 1854. The property has a land size of 430m2 and floor size of 113m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in October 2018.

Building Type
House
Year Built
1854
Floor Size
113m2
Land Size
430m2
Local Government
Inner West
Lot/Plan
B/DP184733

Last Listing description (January 2019)

Set on a generous 424sqm parcel with direct garden access to the waterfront Thornton Park, this historic home (built in 1854) is located on the prized Balmain East Peninsula, representing the opportunity of a lifetime. Currently dilapidated, the residence captures awe-inspiring views across the water to the Harbour Bridge and Barangaroo. DA approved architectural plans designed to completely renovate the home, include a pool and provide for a stunning transformation into a sought-after family residence.

Featuring:
- Two sets of plans provide for 3 and 4 bedroom configurations

- Provision for open-plan entertaining with a fireplace
- Sprawling garden with views and pool that back onto Thornton Park
- Use existing DA approved plans and/or further the design to create your own masterpiece (STCA Section 96)
- Moments stroll through the park to Balmain East ferry wharf
- Footsteps to charming local village cafes, shops, and buses
- Brief walk to popular Nicholson Street Public School
- World-class position, breathtaking views & vast possibilities

A highly sought-after location with abundant potential and opportunity.

Property History for 3 James Lane, Balmain East, NSW 2041

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
$2,950,000
07 Oct 2018
  • 19 Nov 2019
    Sold
  • 07 Oct 2018
    Sold for $2,950,000
  • 13 Aug 2016
    Sold for $2,900,000
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About Balmain East 2041

The size of Balmain East is approximately 0.3 square kilometres. There are 10 parks, covering nearly 10.5% of the total area. The population of Balmain East in 2016 was 1932 people. By 2021 the population was 1900 showing a population decline of 1.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Balmain East is 50-59 years. Households in Balmain East are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Balmain East work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 58.20% of the homes in Balmain East were owner-occupied compared with 57.40% in 2016.

Balmain East has 1,122 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Balmain East have seen a -0.66% decrease in median value, while Units have seen a 19.36% increase. As at 31 July 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Balmain East is $3,495,990 while the median value for Units is $1,700,246.
  • Houses have a median rent of $1,400 while Units have a median rent of $780.
There are currently 1 property listed for sale, and 1 property listed for rent in Balmain east on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 45 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Balmain east.

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